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Blue Jays Unveil Kazuma Okamoto in Toronto as He Targets a Title

The 29-year-old slugger joins from the Yomiuri Giants via the posting system.

Overview

  • He was introduced at Rogers Centre wearing No. 7, the uniform number the club announced earlier.
  • Okamoto said he came to win a world championship and pledged to give his all with Toronto.
  • He signaled his intention to play for Japan at the March 2026 World Baseball Classic and said he is preparing.
  • Multiple outlets report a four-year, $60 million agreement, which the coverage describes as reported rather than formally disclosed by the team.
  • He arrives from NPB with three home run titles and two RBI crowns, underscoring the resume behind his move to MLB.